A Amana dryer shares most of its parts with other dryers, but its controls, error codes and sensor-dry cycles are specific to the brand. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions Amana and fill in with nearby dryer repair companies so you always have options.
This is an independent directory. We are not affiliated with Amana, and the technicians listed are independent repair companies, not the manufacturer.
Who Works on Amana Dryers Near Matteson
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Matteson. 1 of them are based in Matteson itself, and the rest are spread across Tinley Park (5), Orland Park (5), and Chicago Heights (3). The farthest listed company is about 11 miles out. Sears Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 1.0 miles from Matteson. None of the repair companies near Matteson name Amana in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. The 28 rated companies in range average 4.2 stars.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 12 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.0, 2.7, 4.1 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 32 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 14 |
| Mention Amana | 0 |
The leading options for Matteson are Sears Appliance Repair (9.1 miles away, based in Orland Park, 4.5 stars from 287 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (1.0 miles away, 4.5 stars from 389 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Repair Service (9.2 miles away, based in South Holland, 5.0 stars from 3 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Duncan Home Services (5.2 miles away, based in Frankfort, 4.9 stars from 146 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Amana Dryer Lines and Features
How Amana Dryers Are Built
Front load matching models are stackable and use electronic touch controls, while top load matching models use dial controls. Source: Amana - Dryer Comparison Chart
Amana calls for a rigid 4-inch metal exhaust vent kept as short as possible with no more than four 90-degree elbows, and says plastic or foil vent should be replaced. Source: Amana - Electronic Dryer Use and Care Guide
Amana Dryer Symptoms and First Checks
- Clothes take too long to dry. Amana points to a dirty lint screen, overloading, a No Heat setting, or a vent that is clogged, crushed, kinked, too long or has too many turns. Source: Amana - Electronic Dryer Use and Care Guide
- Dryer won't start. Amana says to press and hold Start for two to five seconds first, then check the fuses or breakers, the door latch, the cycle selection and whether the controls are locked. Source: Amana Product Help - Dryer Not Starting or No Operation
Amana Dryer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
How a Dryer Service Call Usually Goes in Matteson
Keeping a Amana Dryer Running
- Every six months, or sooner if lint falls off during use, wash the lint screen with hot water, liquid detergent and a nylon brush to remove residue. Source: Amana - Electronic Dryer Use and Care Guide
- Clean the full vent run, including the exhaust hood, at least every two years, or sooner if drying slows down. Source: Amana - Electronic Dryer Use and Care Guide
What Amana Dryer Repairs Cost
Price the repair before replacing a Amana dryer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Drum belt replacement: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Technician service / diagnostic fee, dryer: $50–$80 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
If a repair would cost more than about half the price of a new dryer, replacing is usually the better choice. Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the dryer repair cost guide and how long dryers last.
What to Have Ready for a Amana Dryer Call
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
- Any error code on the display
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
What Matteson Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Matteson come down to the same handful of parts: the vent and lint path, the heat source, the belt and rollers, and the door and start switches.
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Questions to Ask a Matteson Technician
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Amana Dryer Repair FAQs: Matteson, IL
Do you work for Amana?
Why does my Amana dryer show an error code?
Why do my clothes come out damp?
Is my Amana dryer worth repairing?
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Write down any error code your Amana dryer shows and when it appears. It helps a Matteson technician bring the right parts.